Finance Services Assistant
Location: Perth
Category: Financial Services
Contract Type – Full Time / Permanent, Monday – Friday, On Site
BEAR Scotland is a leading road maintenance and management service provider in Scotland, maintaining and improving Scottish Trunk Roads including bridges and structures through some of the most scenic, but challenging, parts of the country.
We have an exciting opportunity within BEAR Scotland to join us as Finance services Assistant. This is a permanent post within our Financial Services Team working closely with the Finance and HR Teams. You will be based in our newly refurbished head-office in Perth, and report to the Financial Services Manager.
This role will provide Finance Support within BEAR Scotland, including Purchase Ledger, Procurement, Costing, and Customer Care.
This is a full-time position, working 37.5hrs Monday – Friday and will be on-site. We will also consider applicants on a part time basis.
Responsibilities and Activities:
1. Invoice entry
2. Coding and matching to GRN’s
3. Preparing payment runs
4. Accruals
5. Statement reconciliation
6. Labour and Plant costing
7. General enquiries
8. Purchasing and ordering
9. Assisting with time sheet processes as and when required
10. Any other duties associated with the role
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
11. Previous experience in a similar role
12. Strong Numerical Skills
13. IT Skills, particularly use of Microsoft Office
14. Excellent organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
15. Ability to work alone and part of a team
16. High attention to detail
This is a great opportunity if you are looking to develop your financial administrative career, with a company looking to assist your development.
Why BEAR?
At the heart of our success is our people — talented, innovative, and dedicated individuals who drive everything we do. We’re committed to attracting and retaining top talent by offering a supportive and rewarding work environment.
In return, we provide:
17. A competitive salary
18. Generous holiday entitlement
19. Pension scheme
20. Access to a range of employee benefits including annual leave purchase, Cycle to Work scheme, and our Employee Assistance Programme
We believe in empowering our team to grow, thrive, and achieve their full potential. Join a company that inspires you to deliver your best work and supports your journey to evolve and succeed.